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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 2008
Page
3
A reader blasts South Aiken high school coaching, criticizes players delaying spikes, calls for replacing fans and band director, questions zoning enforcement over a boat for sale on Whiskey Road, mocks Aiken’s price gauge mindset, and urges a drug sweep for Ellenton not done since 1999.
A teacher condemns a small group of lazy disrespectful students whose behavior undermines classroom progress and robs all students of a productive environment. The piece calls for parental awareness and collective action to address the issue.
Misinformation spread about geese on Northwood Drive as locals were told they were killed. Officials confirm the flock was moved to a refuge center and remains safe.
A fifth grade article titled Owens on debate praises Gene Owens for his piece on the presidential debate. The note suggests sending it to McCain and Obama and mentions Blain from Aiken Pest Control, ETA.IOP, and Jason also contributing.
Local sports page ends the Bowden Bowl chatter as the feature fades from headlines. Fans express relief that the long running intra program rivalry commentary has concluded.
A reader message from a convenience store worker says the candy bar push was playful and not a threat to job security. The letter invites calls to the TalkBack hotline at 644-2384 or email to editorial aikenstandard com with brief comments. Readers may omit their names.
The phone number for the Sassy Pony was misreported. The proper digits are (803) 644-7253 or 644-SALE, and the Aiken Standard apologizes for the error.
Marie Hughes and her daughters Katelyn and Morgan visit the Millbrook Elementary dedication. The new facility houses fourth and fifth grades with a larger cafeteria and more outlets for technology. Principal Denise Huff praises the project and former leaders Dr. Karen Blanset, Dr. Chris Sanders, and Michele Conner reflect on the building’s impact and history.
The Aiken County Board of Education said farewell to veteran member and former chair Dr John Bradley after four terms. He will not seek re election, take a preplanned vacation, and his successor will assume office the week after. Fellow board members praised his service and noted concurrent retirements of Jack Hunter John Brown and Nick Flouras. External reviews at Wagener Salley High and Ridge Spring Monetta Elementary/Middle highlighted remediation concerns and goals to raise graduation rates with a freshman academy and stronger career and technical programs.
Planning commissioners back USC Aiken bid to name a driveway Perimeter Drive between University Parkway and Robert C Bell Parkway to aid emergency response. The path now called Pacer Downs Way serves Pacer Commons and Pacer Crossing plus campus facilities including a day care and classrooms.
Reader submissions are encouraged and accepted by the Aiken Standard. Contact newsroom at 644-2401 or emailing editorial at aik enstandard com. Managing Editor Michael Gibbons can be reached at 644-2381. news director Tim O Briant. sports editor Cam Huffman. Hours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Postal and publication details for Aiken Communications Inc. include P O Box 456 and Rutland Drive address in Aiken South Carolina.
The Aiken OneStop Workforce Center will sponsor a free basic computer skills class at the New Ellenton Technology Center from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thursday. The program helps participants gain essential computer abilities.
Brothers and Sisters of Aiken County joins the After School Alliance for Lights On Afterschool on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. For more information call Charonica Pope or Lisa Kenner at 641 3888 or email brothers sisters @pbellSouth.net.
The report lists Tuesday results for multiple games including Pick 3 Midday 6 9 4, Pick 4 Midday 7 4 9 8, Pick 3 Evening 8 4 9, Pick 4 Evening 7 0 1 6, Palmetto Cash 5 8 15 24 29 32 with multiplier 2, Mega Match 6 7 11 13 17 36 37, Cash 3 Midday 9 1 8, Cash 4 Midday 1 8 6 0, Cash 3 Evening 1 1 7, Cash 4 Evening 7 0 5 5, Fantasy 5 15 1 36 2 8, Mega Millions 14 41 42 51 35 and Mega Ball 23.
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